The World of Media in Munich
Media & Journalism . Munich Media LandscapeReflecting on this past semester, I have learned so much about the various media institutions in Munich and how they function. The incredible opportunities we had to explore and learn about how media functions in Germany has not only been insightful, but fascinating to experience coming from a different country. When I used to picture
Media Innovation and the Future of Media Institutions: Dylan Clarke Final Blog Post
Culture & Music . Media & Journalism . Politics & SocietyAs I was unfortunately unable to attend the field trip which discussed media innovation, I discussed and agreed with my lecturer to instead research how the future of media is being shaped by new technological developments and societal shifts. Media is something that is constantly changing within the digital age we live in. Constant technical
What I Learned in Munich
Media & Journalism . TravelDuring my stay in Germany, one of the most meaningful experiences was learning about the German media ecosystem and reflecting on the challenges that media industries are facing today. Before coming to Germany, I had an impression that Germany had a very stable and advanced media environment, especially because of its strong public broadcasting system
Final Conclusions and Future Outlook
Media & Journalism . Munich Media LandscapeAs my time in Munich comes to a close, I find myself looking back at the media landscape I spent the last few months exploring. The Media Institutions in Munich seminar did not just teach me from a textbook. Instead, it pushed me directly into the field. Through site visits to different media companies, talks
The End of the Exchange, The Start of a New Journey
Authors . Media & Journalism . Student LifeSitting in the classroom now, my feelings are completely different from the excitement I felt when I first arrived in Munich. To be honest, I am not ready to say goodbye. My experience in the course Media Institutions in Munich, especially the four excursions, has left a profound impression on me. As an exchange student
Looking Back or rather Looking Forward: Reflections on Bavaria’s Media Landscape
Media & Journalism . Munich Media Landscape . TravelHello everyone and welcome back to probably my last blogpost about my Media Institutions course. In this post, I will reflect on the semester and focus on the future outlook of the media landscape in Germany. When I chose the seminar Media Institutions in Munich, I expected it to introduce me to some of Bavaria’s
The Passion That Keeps Journalism Alive
Media & JournalismWhen I enrolled in this course, I expected to learn about the German media system through lectures and readings. Instead, I discovered something I had not anticipated. Across every fieldtrip, discussion, and assignment, one common theme stood out: the people behind journalism. What stayed with me most was not a specific technology, business model, or
Beyond the Screen: What Germany Taught Me About Media
Media & JournalismIn my university lectures, understanding the media landscape always felt so abstract. We spend hours dissecting every small detail of the media we consume, but do we really know what goes on behind the scenes? As someone who creates digital content and consumes so much of the media around me, I was greatly surprised by
Learning journalism by doing journalism: Media School Bayern as a working classroom
Media & Journalism . Munich Media LandscapeDuring our visit to Media School Bayern, what stood out most to me was that the organisation did not feel like a traditional school. It felt more like a working newsroom where education and production happen at the same time. Students were not only learning about journalism; they were expected to practise it. This makes
Media School Bayern: The Brewer of Future Media Producers
Culture & Music . Media & Journalism . Politics & Society . Science, Health & Environment . Student Life Media School Bayern is an institution that operates as an essential part of the Bavarian media landscape. The students of this institution are trained in technical and important intellectual practices in the media industry. However, unlike other educational institutions, Media School Bayern is a part of a greater multimedia corporation umbrella which includes radio