Media and Journalism

About 500 students complete the various and very popular study programs at the department of media studies. Much practice, both internal and external, goes hand in hand with more theoretical subject matter. Volda University is known for its close relationship with the media industry, both in Norway and abroad.

Read more about our English taught courses, available for Exchange students

The Faculty of Media and Journalism is divided into three departments: Journalism, Communication and Film & Animation. All departments are responsible for the inter-disciplinary Master in Media Practices. In addition, digital competencies in education is one of the key areas of research and development.

Avdelingsleiing

Kate Kartveit, Dekan | Dean

André Folkestad, Prodekan | Prodean

Kristine Sævik Bjørneset, Administrasjonssjef | Head of Administration

Jens Standal Groven, Instituttleiar kommunikasjon | Head of Communication department

Ivar John Erdal, Instituttleiar Film og animasjon | Head of Film and Animation department

Hans Martin Dypvik, Instituttleiar Journalistikk | Head of Journalism department

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Samla medieforskarar frå heile landet

Over hundre fagfolk deltok under Norsk medieforskarkonferanse 2024. Høgskulen i Volda skipa to innhaldsrike dagar med søkjelys på medieforskarrolla i ei digital tid.