


Distance LearningBachelor
Mediendesign (B.A.)*
Mediendesign (B.A.)*
180 ECTS credits. Language: Only available in German.
Start your online study programme in Media Design now
In almost no other area of life does the digitalisation of society have such a direct impact as it does in communication – with all its media facets. Accordingly, job profiles in the media sector have changed beyond recognition. The creative preparation and transmission of information has always been the core task of any media designer; to do this successfully in the digital world requires many new skills. Web design, cross-media strategies, video editing and app development take their place on an equal footing with the “classical” – but no less important – knowledge of typography and design, printing technologies and communication theory. The Bachelor’s in Media Design provides you with in-depth knowledge spanning all areas of media design – be it print, online, mobile media, photo and video, infographics and presentation
Study flexible
Learn innovatively
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Your study programme summed up
Study programme & degree
B.A., 180 ECTS credits
Language: de
Full-time or part-time, 100% flexible
Application & starting date
Start [[your studies in no time]], Online application, no application deadline
Study duration & extension
Locations
Study programme independent of time & place, no mandatory attendance, innovative study tools available on online-campus, AI study assistant Syntea, exams online or at nearest examination centre
Study fees
Starting at 249€/month, depending on model
Current discount campaign
Recognition & Approval
Study program is state-approved, accredited & internationally renowned, 180 ECTS - DE: AR-Siegel, ZFU: 1100219
Apply now and start right away – or choose your starting date flexibly. You can then test IU for 1 month free of charge. Fees only apply if you decide to continue.

Theorie-Praxis-Transfer im Fernstudium Mediendesign
Während Deines Fernstudiums wird jederzeit sichergestellt, dass Du einen effektiven Theorie-Praxis-Mix erhältst, damit Du Dein Wissen im Alltag direkt erproben und anwenden kannst. Deshalb erhältst Du im Fernstudium Mediendesign acht Portfolio-Kurse, die Deine praktischen Fähigkeiten weiter ausbauen und verfeinern. Darunter sind Kurse im Bereich Print- und Layoutsysteme oder Bild- und Videobearbeitung und Portfolio-Projekte im Grafikdesign, Webdesign, Design audio-visueller Medien und mobiles Design. In einem Portfolio-Kurs kannst Du den Designprozess praxisnah erleben und detailliert nachvollziehen, da das Portfolio-Projekt ein auf die Fernlehre abgestimmtes Format ist – ohne Präsenz.
In den Portfolio-Kursen durchläufst Du ein gestalterisches Projekt analog zum iterativen Designprozess – vom Briefing über die Konzeption und Ideen-Entwicklung bis hin zur Erstellung von Scribbles, digitalen Entwürfen und der Abgabe des fertigen Endproduktes. In dieser Phase kannst Du Dein theoretisch erworbenes Wissen direkt anwenden. Ziel der Portfolio-Kurse ist es, neue Gestaltungskompetenzen zu entwickeln und die unterschiedlichen Phasen des iterativen Designprozesses kennenzulernen und zu reflektieren. Zudem kann aufgrund vorgegebener Deadlines die Arbeitspraxis perfekt simuliert und erlebbar gemacht werden, u.a. auch unter der Verwendung der Adobe Creative Cloud.

Spezialisierungstracks
Um Dir bei der Auswahl Deiner Module eine Richtung zu geben, haben wir einige mögliche Spezialisierungstracks zusammengestellt, an denen Du Dich orientieren kannst. Wenn Du Dir Deine Module völlig frei zusammenstellen willst, ist das aber auch möglich.
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Study model and prices for the online Bachelor's study programme in Mediendesign
379€
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329€
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249€
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All our study programmes include the following services
Free trial month*
Opportunities to exchange with teachers and fellow students
Study and career coaching
Optional semester abroad
Online library with 60,000 E-books and access to Statista
Access to over 14,000 courses and 1,800 video tutorials via LinkedIn Learning
Access to MS Office
Eduroam internet access at over 20,000 locations worldwide
Holiday semesters and free extension for up to 12 months
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Recognition of previous achievements
Do you have vocational training or further education, work experience or have you already studied? Then have your prior learning recognised for your distance learning study programme! This will save you time and tuition fees - namely 30 euros per recognised ECTS point.

Save time & money: We value your prior achievements
Have you completed vocational training or further education? Then have this prior learning recognised for your degree course: Use this tool to calculate which degree programme will help you graduate the fastest and effectively reduce your tuition fees.
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Even before you apply for an online study programme, we’ll gladly check whether we can take your previous achievements into account: 100% online, no strings attached. Simply fill in our online recognition form.
Send an email to study@iu.org to find out which previous achievements you can get recognised. Make sure you send your application before the end of your 1-month trial. You can get your previous achievements recognised during your studies. However, we can no longer grant you a cost reduction after the end of the trial month.
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Why IU is the best choice
Shape your studies your way
Plan your study routine however you like. You decide whether you prefer to study at night or during the day, at the library or in a cafe. You can even choose the start of your studies flexibly.
Easily organise your study routine
On your online campus, you're always up to speed. Here you organise your entire studies and find everything in one place – from digital scripts to an overview of your grades.
Deepen your knowledge individually
Deepen your knowledge interactively and suited to your learning style. With multimedia tools such as our AI study assistant, live sessions and learning sprints, you prepare better for your exams.
Take exams flexibly
Do you feel confident in the practice exam? Then sit your exam 24/7 online or at a location of your choice. In some courses, the final exam may be a workbook or portfolio.
Apply now and start right away – or choose your starting date flexibly. You can then test IU for 1 month free of charge. Fees only apply if you decide to continue.
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