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Digital Humanities

Master’s programme

Faculty of Humanities

University degree

Master of Arts „MA“

ECTS

120

Start of studies

Summer term 2025

Duration of study

4 semesters

Teaching language

German

type of study programme

Full-time

Focused on digitalisation and applications

The master’s programme in Digital Humanities stands at the interface between the humanities and computer science. As well as gaining theoretical insights into the background behind digital tools, you will also do a lot of “hacking” in numerous courses focused on applications.

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Is this degree programme right for you?

Interests that are a good basis for this study programme

You should have an affinity for digital working and an interest in coding. You will also need basic qualifications in the humanities and will require a first degree in a relevant subject area in order to be admitted onto the programme.

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About the study programme

Digital Humanities at the University of Graz

The main research content of the study programme covers various digital methods for research in the humanities (e.g. digital editing), data modelling and digital museology as well as long-term archiving. You will also gain an insight into web design and coding.

Institute Curriculum

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Further studies

Doctoral Programme of Philosophy

The Doctoral Programme of Philosophy allows you to broaden your research interests further and to perfect your methodological skills. You will work independently to investigate academic questions and contribute to the development of knowledge and innovation in your subject area.

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Career prospects

Preparation for a wide range of career paths

As a graduate of the master’s programme, you will have a wide range of activities and professions to choose from, including jobs in centres and research institutions focusing on the digital humanities, in research and teaching, in designing, delivering and disseminating science communication projects, in sharing research findings in the humanities and digital cultural heritage, or in libraries, archives, museums, media companies or the creative sector.