Master in Cultural Analysis

The University of Zurich offers a Master of Arts in Kulturanalyse. This programme is taught in German. It focuses on analysing current debates about cultural change. Students explore concepts like "LGBTQIA", "Wokeness", and "Intersectionalism". They examine gender concepts in movements like "#metoo" and ideas of "race" in "Black Lifes Matter". The programme also looks at "Friday's for Future" and environmental concepts. Students gain insight into strategies behind conspiracy theories and disinformation campaigns.

Kulturanalyse provides theoretical and interdisciplinary study of culture. Students learn to analyse current and historical cultural forms. They understand culture's symbolic, material, and media aspects. The programme examines culture in relation to societal power structures. It critically discusses the role of culture and cultural change today. Students will be able to analyse current debates and human knowledge and actions in various cultural contexts.

Admission requires a Bachelor's degree with at least 180 ECTS credits from a university or university of applied sciences. Graduates from a university of applied sciences must also have a final grade of 5. There are no specific subject-related admission requirements. Further information is available on the university's website.

The University of Zurich is a public research university. It is located in Switzerland. The university is the largest in Switzerland. It has seven faculties. It also has over 150 institutes. More than 200 study programs are offered.

The University of Zurich is known for its diverse perspectives. It brings together different ways of thinking and academic cultures. The university is home to students and staff from over 120 countries. This creates a rich international environment for learning and research.