Do you want to explore the world of Media Innovation?
Do you want to explore the world of media innovation and contribute to the solution of an actual problem in society? In this exchange programme you develop and test a new and relevant media application. You do so in a multidisciplinary team.
What's Media Innovation like?
The bachelor's level Media Innovation exchange programme (full-time, worth 30 ECTS credits) combines theory with practice. Below you can read how the course is structured.
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Media Innovation (25 ECTS credits)
The media landscape changes fast. New technologies create new possibilities and creative minds can see those opportunities. At the same time, problems are emerging, such as fake news, online harassment and filter bubbles. These problems ask for creative solutions. In this minor you develop innovative idea(s) that help tackle actual problems in society.
You work in a multidisciplinary team on a concept with students in journalism, business, economics, communication and IT. Using your own expertise and at the same time learning from other students, you will repeatedly test your concept in practice. While doing so, you explore digital storytelling, modern distribution platforms and creative business models.
Throughout the process, you will ask yourselves questions such as: for which idea am I going to find a solution? Who is interested in my idea? Which pitfalls do I need to avoid? Which social responsibility will I take on? And which media concept has a chance of succeeding?
Project examples
A few examples of concepts created by Media Innovation students in the past include:
- an interactive city guide for the city of Zwolle
- a paper coffee cup wrap with news updates
- a project to help patients with Alzheimer's disease to understand the news
- an interactive fake news game
- a weekly newsletter for parents to learn about the social apps their children use every day.
Learning outcomes
You get to know the important issues and ongoing changes in media nowadays. You will learn to test your concept, interview experts and research your audience. And develop yourself into an innovative professional who is of great value to (media) companies. The minor has the philosophy of learning by doing, and you will choose your own focus with your own goals.
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Professional English (5 ECTS credits)
In the English course, you will train your speaking, listening, reading and writing in English by working with your own and each other’s content for the practical course.
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Elective modules
Complete your exchange semester or year by taking one or more electives. The module Introduction to Windesheim is compulsory for all international students, but you are free to choose from the other options. You will receive ECTS credits when you complete a module successfully.
Introduction to Windesheim
Intercultural Awareness
Drama and Improvisation
Dutch Language
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Course catalogue
Want to know more about the exchange programme of Media Innovation? Check the course catalogue for more information about matters such as assessment and teaching methods.
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Media Innovation (25 ECTS credits)
Requirements and application
You are required to have two years of Bachelor’s study experience in a relevant field and English-language skills at B2 level.
Practical information
Academic Calendar Finance
Housing Visa Facilities
Credits and Grading Partnerships
Learning Agreement
When you decide to do an exchange programme at Windesheim, you have to sign the Learning Agreement of your programme. The Learning Agreement is a crucial document for the recognition of a study period abroad. It is an agreement between you, your university and Windesheim.
Want to know more?
Questions about studying at Windesheim? Contact the International Office via +31 884699777 or email(opens in new tab).
Any questions about the content of this programme? Get in touch with departmental coordinator Jamilla ter Steege by email(opens in new tab).
